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Ferrari team principal Fred Vasseur has issued a challenge to Lewis Hamilton, urging the seven-time world champion to raise his performance levels as his debut season with the Scuderia continues to disappoint. Hamilton’s blockbuster move from Mercedes to Ferrari was expected to be a defining chapter in his pursuit of a record-breaking eighth world title, but the transition has so far yielded underwhelming results.
Hamilton’s decision to leave Mercedes — where he formed the most dominant driver-team partnership in Formula 1 history — was hailed as a bold bid to reignite his career. Yet the 40-year-old Brit has managed only 31 points in the early races of the 2025 season, with a Sprint race win in China providing a rare bright spot. In contrast, his Ferrari teammate Charles Leclerc has shown more consistent pace, recently finishing on the podium in Saudi Arabia while Hamilton came home in seventh place.
The mood within Ferrari has been one of frustration, as the iconic team finds itself trailing in the Constructors’ Championship. Despite boasting a strong driver pairing, Ferrari is currently fourth in the standings, sitting 110 points adrift of championship leaders McLaren. Both Ferrari drivers suffered a major setback when they were disqualified from the Chinese Grand Prix — a result that further dented the team’s points haul.
Speaking candidly about the team’s struggles, Vasseur admitted that Ferrari has yet to unlock the full potential of their 2025 challenger. “We have the right ingredients, but it’s like cooking — it’s not just about having the ingredients, but also about using them in the right order and at the right time,” Vasseur explained.
He acknowledged that both strategy and execution have let the team down in several races, with sessions where the car’s performance did not translate into optimal results. “I don’t think we’ve consistently extracted the maximum from the car. In some cases, we’ve missed out — and it’s not just us. Even McLaren, despite their clear advantage over the rest of the field, have moments where one of their cars struggles,” he said.
Vasseur’s remarks were interpreted by some as a subtle message to Hamilton, who is yet to settle comfortably into his new surroundings. While the team principal did not single him out, the contrast in performance between Hamilton and Leclerc — who has adapted well and continues to challenge for podiums — adds pressure on the British driver to deliver.
Hamilton, who turned 40 this year, faces growing scrutiny over whether he can still perform at the elite level that defined his Mercedes years. With Ferrari desperate to return to winning ways, the spotlight remains firmly on the veteran to find his rhythm in red.
Elsewhere on the grid, Alpine are dealing with their own driver dilemma. Rookie Jack Doohan has endured a rough start to his Formula 1 career, failing to score a single point so far this season. His performances have left team bosses considering other options, with reserve driver Franco Colapinto potentially waiting for his shot.
Colapinto joined Alpine as their reserve driver at the beginning of the season and has been closely monitoring Doohan’s progress — or lack thereof. The Argentine is seen as a promising talent and could be in line for a promotion should Doohan continue to underperform.
As the 2025 season unfolds, pressure is mounting on several fronts — from established stars like Hamilton seeking a career resurgence, to young drivers fighting to prove they belong in Formula 1. For Ferrari, the mission is clear: find consistency, extract performance, and return to the front of the grid before the gap to rivals becomes insurmountable.
